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id: solar-node
title: Seeed SenseCAP Solar Node
sidebar_label: Solar Node
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The SenseCAP Solar Node is a solar-powered Meshtastic device designed for reliable, long-term outdoor deployment. With a 5W solar panel, slots for four 18650 batteries, and an internal Grove interface for easy sensor expansion, it offers robust network coverage and monitoring capabilities in remote environments.

The SenseCAP Solar Node comes in two variants: the P1, which includes slots for four 18650 batteries (not included), and the P1 Pro, which comes equipped with four 3350mAh 18650 batteries and a Seeed XIAO L76K GPS module.

## Specifications

- **MCU**
  - nRF52840
    - Bluetooth BLE 5.0
    - Very low power consumption
- **LoRa Transceiver**
  - SX1262
- **Frequency Options**
  - 862–930 MHz
- **Connectors**
  - USB-C (debugging/charging)
  - Grove (IIC/GPIO)
  - RP-SMA (antenna)

## Features

- Integrated 5W solar panel for off-grid power
- 2dBi rod antenna (868–915 MHz)
- Battery backup with slots for four 18650 batteries (user-supplied; P1 Pro includes batteries)
- Pre-flashed with Meshtastic firmware for instant setup
- Internal Grove connector for easy sensor expansion
- Up to 8–9 km communication range in open areas
- Designed for outdoor use as a node or repeater
- Mounting brackets included
- Compatible with higher-gain external antennas (optional)

## Resources

- Firmware file: `firmware-seeed_solar_node-X.X.X.xxxxxxx.uf2`
- Further information on the Wio Tracker L1 can be found on the [Seeed Studio Wiki](https://wiki.seeedstudio.com/get_started_with_meshtastic_wio_tracker_l1/).
- Purchase Links:
  - International
    - Seeed Studio (Domestic Options Available): [P1](https://msh.to/seeed_solar_node_p1/)
    - Seeed Studio (Domestic Options Available): [P1 Pro](https://msh.to/seeed_solar_node/)

![Seeed SenseCAP Solar Node](/img/hardware/seeed/sensecap_solar_node.webp)
